The House passed a $2.74 billion FY2023 Closeout Supplemental budget (H. 4167) which includes an allocation of $250 million for the emergency shelter system on November 8th. The Administration had requested the $250 million for the emergency shelter system in September in their supplemental budget proposal. The House version lays out specific directions on how that money could be spent.
Housing News
November 16, 2023
November 16, 2023
Currently, Massachusetts' emergency shelters are at capacity due to a prolonged housing crisis compounded by a pressing humanitarian issue with many individuals and families fleeing their home countries due to conflict, persecution, or economic hardship. CHAPA is working with the Massachusetts Coalition for Homeless (MCH) and the Massachusetts Law Reform Institute (MLRI) to advocate for the preservation and protection of our family shelter system, and to provide safe and affordable housing for every family in Emergency Assistance shelter.
October 25, 2023
Citizens Housing and Planning Association (CHAPA) applauds the Healey-Driscoll Administration for their historic proposal to invest $4 billion in affordable housing. The Affordable Homes Act is more than a housing plan; it is a statement of values.
October 20, 2023
October 19, 2023
On October 18, 2023, Governor Healey and Lieutenant Governor Driscoll unveiled the Housing Bond Bill or the Affordable Homes Act (H.4138) a comprehensive bill to create smart housing and invest in livable communities.
Materials from the Administration on the Housing Bond Bill or the Affordable Homes Act:
October 11, 2023
CHAPA applauds the Healey-Driscoll Administration and the Massachusetts Legislature for the expansion of the State Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) included in the tax relief legislation signed today by Governor Maura Healey. The State LIHTC is one of the most catalytic tools we have for the production and preservation of affordable housing, creating more homes for people who need them while preventing displacement and promoting fair housing for all.
October 6, 2023
Over 300 advocates, neighbors, municipal employees, o
October 6, 2023
The House and the Senate passed Veto overrides that would undo the vetoes by the Governor in the FY2024 budget. CHAPA thanks the Legislature for voting in favor of the housing veto overrides.
Through the Governor's vetoes, programs like Home & Healthy for Good, Housing Consumer Education Centers (HCECs), and Foreclosure Prevention and Counseling received lower funding than allocated by the legislature with vetoes to remove certain set-asides.
October 5, 2023
On Wednesday, Governor Maura Healey signed into law a long-awaited bill that will provide a range of state tax cuts. Included in the new law is a provision that will increase the spending cap on the state's Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Program by $2